National Highways have warned motorists that the A249 Sheppey Crossing in Kent is currently closed in both directions due to strong winds.
The South East Regional Operations Centre are monitoring the wind speeds but will not reopen the bridge until wind speeds reduce to a safe level.
Diversion Routes
Northbound traffic is advised to follow the hollow diamond symbol on road signs.
- Exit the A249 at Ridham Dock and join the northbound Sheppey Way towards Sheerness
- Continue until the roundabout junction with the B2231
- At this roundabout, exit onto the southbound Lower Road towards the roundabout with the A249
- At the roundabout, continue onward journey on A249
Southbound traffic is advised to follow the hollow triangle symbol on road signs.
- Exit the A249 at Cowstead Corner and take the first exit at the roundabout
- At the next roundabout, take the third exit onto Sheppey Way southbound
- Continue south on this road, passing over Kingsferry Bridge
- At the next roundabout, take the first exit and re-join the A249 southbound
Further information is available from National Highways by visiting our www.trafficengland.com website and travel apps, or via our regional twitter feed.
Our 24/7 contact centre team is also available to provide up to the minute information on 0300 123 5000.